synovitis

/ˈsɪnəˌvaɪdɪs/
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Definitions of synovitis
  1. noun
    inflammation of the synovial membrane that lines a synovial joint; results in pain and swelling
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    types:
    tendonous synovitis, tendosynovitis, tenosynovitis
    inflammation of a tendon and its enveloping sheath
    type of:
    inflammation, redness, rubor
    a response of body tissues to injury or irritation; characterized by pain and swelling and redness and heat
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